District Nurse - Community Specialist Practitioner

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust in Manchester seeks a Community Specialist Practitioner to enhance community health services. This role combines clinical excellence with leadership, allowing you to impact patient care directly. Responsibilities include delivering care in diverse settings and mentoring team members. The ideal candidate has a relevant CSP qualification and extensive community nursing experience. Join us in transforming health services for local people.

Benefits

Ongoing clinical and professional development opportunities

Comprehensive induction

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in community nursing as outlined in the job description.
• Full driving license and access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Deliver care to patients in their own environments.
• Work under guidance of the Nursing Team Leader.
• Contribute to safeguarding quality and safety.

Skills

Community health expertise

Leadership skills

Patient care skills

Education

Relevant CSP Qualification

Job description

Overview

We are Manchester and Trafford Local Care Organisation - an exciting, new public sector organisation that is bringing together NHS community health services and social care services in the city. We aim to improve the health of local people by working across organisational boundaries. This is an opportunity to join an integrated team and contribute to high-quality care in community settings.

What We're Looking For

A Community Specialist Practitioner who is passionate about making a positive impact and who would thrive in a role that combines delivering clinical excellence with leadership responsibilities.

What We Offer

• A collaborative environment that encourages innovative approaches to patient care.
• The opportunity to shape the future of nursing within our community.
• A chance to mentor emerging talent.
• The opportunity to be responsible for specific areas of leadership.
• Ongoing clinical and professional development opportunities.
• Comprehensive induction.

Role and Responsibilities

You will be part of a vibrant community nursing team, delivering care to patients in their own environments. You will work under the guidance of the Nursing Team Leader, apply your clinical expertise to make vital decisions that impact patient outcomes, and contribute to safeguarding quality and safety. Your role includes addressing diverse health needs, including end-of-life care and patients with long-term or complex conditions. You will work within an MDT approach with the wider integrated neighbourhood team to meet the wellbeing needs of the population.

Your days will combine hands-on patient care with mentoring and professional oversight to ensure safe and high-quality care.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Relevant CSP Qualification and required community nursing experience as set out in the job description.
• Full driving license and access to a car.

Service Details

The Community Nursing Service is a 7 day service with variable shift patterns available between 8am–10pm.

Additional Information

For more key responsibilities and the skills/experience required, refer to the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the "Supporting Documents" heading. Read the "Candidate Essentials Guide" with details about the Trust, benefits, and how we care for you as you care for others.

Diversity and Equality

Diversity Matters. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any special requirements to help with your application, email our team at [email protected].

About MFT

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England, bringing together 10 hospitals and community services across Manchester and Trafford. We champion collaborative working and transformation, with a large workforce and opportunities at scale. We utilise Hive, our Electronic Patient Record system launched in September 2022, and we are engaged in academic research and sustainability through our Green Plan.